Dylan Alcott: Our Sporting Superstar Shining a Light on Disability in Australia

dylan alcott accepting his award

By: Laura Bennett

When newly crowned Australian of the Year Dylan Alcott received his award, it wasn’t only a moment that recognised his extraordinary achievements on the tennis court, but it brought to the forefront a community that often exists in the Australian shadows – those living with a disability. Continue reading “Dylan Alcott: Our Sporting Superstar Shining a Light on Disability in Australia”

“I Was Always Aware I Had to be Bigger Than the Black Line” – Olympian Elka Whalan

elka whalan in the pool

By: Laura Bennett

The Tokyo Games are really unlike any other we’ve seen before. Not only have the athletes had to reach the top of their field to be there, but they’re competing in the midst of a pandemic with unique challenges and pressures, and onlookers around the world are relying on them to provide a hopeful escape from the limits of our lockdown. Continue reading ““I Was Always Aware I Had to be Bigger Than the Black Line” – Olympian Elka Whalan”